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Slip by Marika McCoola
4.0
emotional sad fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Complicated
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

Slip is a graphic novel about Jade who is spending a month at an intense and competitive art camp. Unfortunately, right before the trip her best friend attempts suicide. 

Jade has to balance her desire to create art successfully in a high pressure environment with the trauma of her friend’s self harm and the lack of resolution there. 

This book weaves in color to show Jade’s emotional state with a mix of fantasy. I wished for a little more character development, but overall I enjoyed the way it tackled big issues in a creative format.